Which ancient civilization is credited with creating the first standardized merchant seals that functioned similarly to modern corporate logos, allowing customers to identify the source of products?

Long before modern retail, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated trading systems with recognizable merchant symbols and marketplace identities. These early forms of 'branding' helped customers identify trusted vendors and quality goods. This poll explores how ancient merchants marketed their products and established their commercial identities - testing your knowledge of retail practices that laid the foundation for today's brand marketing strategies.

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Mesopotamian (specifically Sumerian merchants circa 3000 BCE)
Ancient Egyptian Dynasty merchants (circa 2500 BCE)
Phoenician trading companies (circa 1200 BCE)
Han Dynasty Chinese merchants (circa 200 BCE)